SUMMER IN THE GARDEN

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A very cool late Spring stopped the plants (and gardeners!) in their tracks but late May saw things really warm up. As we now head into Summer this is a very busy season so let’s have a look at some jobs for early Summer.

 

SEASONAL TASKS

 

If your lawn is looking a bit less than lush and you want to give it a quick boost then a feed at this time of year is beneficial. This usually shows quick results if you use a liquid or soluble feed applied through a watering can.

 

Now is the ideal time to take cuttings from shrubs, including roses, to increase your stock for a fraction of the cost of buying new ones. It takes a bit of patience but is so rewarding.

 

There is still time to cut back and divide any perennials you want more of to fill gaps in the borders. Give them a good soak before and after lifting them, re-plant right away and they won’t know they’ve been moved!

 

Prune Philadelphus, Chaenomeles and Wisteria after they finish flowering.

 

Now the soil has warmed up, sow vegetables direct including carrots, beetroot, lettuce and peas. Plant out any vegetables you have raised in plugs or pots, after they’ve been ‘hardened off’ to acclimatise to life outdoors.

 

Keep your roses looking lovely by removing faded flowers and feeding with liquid seaweed or Comfrey tea.

 

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Let’s look forward to enjoying our gardens all summer long, either tending them or relaxing in them.